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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: Enceladus on 13 July 2018, 11:08:33

Title: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: Enceladus on 13 July 2018, 11:08:33

Has anybody got a photo(s) of where the cam cover sealant goes on the 2.2 Z22XE? IE to visualise the below? Thanks,

"Apply the sealing compound to the areas to the side of the cam clamps which are at the pulley end of the cams (i.e. the front of the engine on the Omega). It should be applied so as its parralel with the cams and starts at the front of the head and finishes at the rear of the cam clamp. Ensure that it is a reasonable size bead which is touching the cam clamps."

Title: Re: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: tunnie on 13 July 2018, 12:08:12

My guide:

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=90597.0 (http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=90597.0)

Title: Re: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: Enceladus on 13 July 2018, 12:39:19

Excellent. Thanks for that!

I'm having trouble getting the cam sensor disconnected in its well. Assuming there are two clips, towards front and toward bulkhead I can only get at the bulkhead side. The front side is under the lip of the cam cover and I can't see where to press. Any ideas how to get it released.

Also how do I get the top of the cambelt cover released from the edge of the cam cover. Mine seems to be solid with no play to unhook suggesting a screw or clip somewhere?

Thanks,

Title: Re: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: Enceladus on 13 July 2018, 14:04:03

OK got it off. And struck oil, all four spark-plug wells full. The camshaft cover was stuck due to a cable jammed underneath the nearside edge. Presumably from when the cambelt was changed.

Title: Re: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: tunnie on 13 July 2018, 14:06:10

Glad to hear you have progress  :y

With this job, best to take your time and clean everything up. Personally, I'd let the cam cover goo set overnight before running it up to full temp. Start it after you've done it, just to ensure it's all sealed right. Pay special attention to the half moons at the back to ensure they are sat well. Then knock the engine off and leave over night  :)

I miss working on my 2.2 engine.  :(

Title: Re: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 13 July 2018, 14:56:36

Quote from: tunnie on 13 July 2018, 14:06:10

Glad to hear you have progress  :y

With this job, best to take your time and clean everything up. Personally, I'd let the cam cover goo set overnight before running it up to full temp. Start it after you've done it, just to ensure it's all sealed right. Pay special attention to the half moons at the back to ensure they are sat well. Then knock the engine off and leave over night  :)

I miss working on my 2.2 engine. :(

Much easier than a 3.2 V6! ;D ;D ;)

Title: Re: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: tunnie on 13 July 2018, 15:05:16

Indeed. But I don’t think I could have another, would miss the 3.2’s power.

Title: Re: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: DrAndyB on 14 July 2018, 21:21:45

Quote from: tunnie on 13 July 2018, 12:08:12

My guide:

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=90597.0 (http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=90597.0)

Top guide.  Helped me do my dads Desmond  :y

Title: Re: 2.2 cam cover sealant
Post by: tunnie on 14 July 2018, 23:51:59

Quote from: DrAndyB on 14 July 2018, 21:21:45

Quote from: tunnie on 13 July 2018, 12:08:12

My guide:

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=90597.0 (http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=90597.0)

Top guide.  Helped me do my dads Desmond  :y

Glad it was of use  :y